The format of this book is an archive which leads the reader into the story from the point of view of a female adult and of her 10 year old stepson. IThe format of this book is an archive which leads the reader into the story from the point of view of a female adult and of her 10 year old stepson. It is rich in the descriptions of the unraveling of a blended families relationship which they figure out over the course of a long road trip for both parents work. Like Lincoln in the Bardo it busts the format of a novel into a new way of being. Both the large and the small things of life, societal and personal are written about with deep intention and care. ...more
Do you want to understand what is happening with immigrants seeking asylum in Europe, and more specifically Germany?This novel is stunningly written aDo you want to understand what is happening with immigrants seeking asylum in Europe, and more specifically Germany?This novel is stunningly written and absolutely heartbreaking. Ms. Erpenbeck is able to weave a beautiful story integrating both the immigrant and German points of view. Her writing is excellent and makes you think very deeply about the immigration crisis throughout the world. People have always migrated throughout history because of the need for safety and shelter. Why do we treat this as something that is new and to be stopped? Everyone should read this book. ...more
This book is about the practice of mindfulness and meditation to help oneself be in the world with understanding and compassion for self and others. IThis book is about the practice of mindfulness and meditation to help oneself be in the world with understanding and compassion for self and others. I first read it in 1988 and it is just as cogent and helpful today as ever. ...more
Reimagining Jane Eyre as a serial killer, black humor, righteous killing, Sikh culture and British culture merging with trade, smart women. This book Reimagining Jane Eyre as a serial killer, black humor, righteous killing, Sikh culture and British culture merging with trade, smart women. This book was such an enjoyable read. Mystery fiction isn't usually a genre I'm into but this book was so well written from beginning to end it was hard to put down. ...more
I read this book at least 30 years ago and have reread it more than once. Ms. Hurston evokes a sense of place so well. I love the dialect and the feelI read this book at least 30 years ago and have reread it more than once. Ms. Hurston evokes a sense of place so well. I love the dialect and the feeling of the South. This is a masterpiece....more
This book is a deeply felt tribute to the formation of the national parks as necessary as a place of refuge for our souls, a call to protect the parksThis book is a deeply felt tribute to the formation of the national parks as necessary as a place of refuge for our souls, a call to protect the parks, and a sharp focus on how climate change is impacting the parks and the world. The author implores the reader to explore and act on conscience about injustice in the world. She invokes the poets and artists who dare to speak out for human rights all over the world. Everything is connected in the world and the thread that binds these essays together is the different national parks and national monuments that she visits. I think this book is a masterpiece. For anyone who's ever been to a national park this book pays homage to the wisdom of the formation of these special places. ...more
This is one of the most well written books I've ever read and is one of my all time favorite books. The author makes you look deeply at why people becThis is one of the most well written books I've ever read and is one of my all time favorite books. The author makes you look deeply at why people become who they are. The level of detail and description of every character in the novel is amazing. There are so many things to discuss about war, giftedness, blindness, adapting to the situation at hand and much more. ...more
I loved book. I wanted to understand what it is like for people currently in the dating scene. I think it is much more challenging for people to navigI loved book. I wanted to understand what it is like for people currently in the dating scene. I think it is much more challenging for people to navigate new relationships because of the different ways people communicate now, and because of online dating and the unrealistic ways it affects people's judgment about those they seek to date. Aziz and the people he worked with did a great job conveying this new world. ...more
His writing is like reading poetry. He captures the essence of each event and character with mindfulness. Everything is connected from beginning to enHis writing is like reading poetry. He captures the essence of each event and character with mindfulness. Everything is connected from beginning to end. This is a top ten read. ...more
Once again Ms. Erdrich captures the depth of grief, love and connection in this story of loss and reconciliation. How does one take responsibility forOnce again Ms. Erdrich captures the depth of grief, love and connection in this story of loss and reconciliation. How does one take responsibility for accidentally taking the life of a dear friend's child? In Native American culture one's own child may be given to pay the debt. This book lovingly explores what happens to everyone involved when this happens. She is a master at conveying a sense of place and community. ...more
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